UK anti‑terror police take over murder probe of former minister En Videkomb

Former British cabinet minister En Videkomb, a 78‑year‑old ex‑Conservative who later joined Reform UK, was found dead with severe injuries at her home in Devon on Thursday. Police arrested a 28‑year‑old man in South Yorkshire, who is being held in custody on suspicion of murder.

The investigation has now been transferred to the Southeast England Counter‑Terrorism Unit, after new evidence raised the possibility of a terrorist motive. Earlier statements had indicated no political or terrorist link. Police continue forensic work at the scene, and the suspect's involvement – whether acting alone or with accomplices – remains under review. Politicians and the public have paid tribute to Videkomb’s long public career.